Equipment Operator

**WAYFINDER CORP** is a privately held, Alberta-based company that provides total proppant management for oil and gas E&P companies. We make extra efforts to support our clients in achieving their goals, as their success is linked to ours. Concentrating on serving the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin, we strive to exceed the expectations of all stakeholders by empowering our team members and by continuously improving upon our strategic goals.

Our Big Molly site near Glenevis (40 minutes northwest of Spruce Grove) is our regional Sand Processing Facility where we mine, wash and dry frac sand for direct shipment to our customers. We take pride in our product and value our employees while providing a close-knit, local place to work.

Wayfinder’s compensation and benefits offerings are competitive and comprehensive to ensure our employees, and their families are taken care of. We have implemented a Total Rewards package that includes variable pay plans, employer-paid comprehensive extended health and dental coverage, a health spending account, employer RSP matching, and career development opportunities.
- 1 Week On, 1 Week Off Rotation (Days + Nights)
- Consistent, secure, year round work
- Opportunity to Advance
- **Home Every Night**

**THE OPPORTUNITY**:
The **Equipment Operator** will be responsible to ensure that plant production is met, by feeding the plant with the correct product consistently and efficiently. In addition to supporting the plant and it’s production, the Equipment Operator also assists with all maintenance and / or related projects.

**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Operate equipment (Front End Loader) safely in accordance to Wayfinder Policies
- Load trucks as required and feed dry plant at varying feed rates, requested by dryer operator
- Maintain a level working area and clear access to product
- Check for any damage or issues on the equipment or site that may affect safe operation
- Continuous site upkeep, drainage to decant piles and access for loaders to process piles
- Keep all equipment clean and maintained for safe operation
- Complete all pre-use inspection checks and forms neatly and accurately
- Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks for cross shift to limit loss production time
- Maintain cleanliness of plant work areas
- Communicate and understand plan from Production Lead
- Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- 3-5 years direct front end loader experience strongly preferred
- Previous experience should include industrialized environments, mining sites, logistics etc.
- Clean Class 5 Drivers License (Non-GDL) Required
- Mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills
- Computer skills a significant asset
- loader ticket preferred but not required

**Salary**: $28.00-$32.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Glenevis, AB T0E 0X0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Where are you currently located?

**Experience**:

- Front End Loader: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 License (Non-GDL) (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (required)
- Night Shift (required)

Work Location: In person